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Book Synopsis: In 1701 Tsar Peter the Great decreed that all residents of Moscow must abandon their traditional dress and wear European fashion. Those who produced or sold Russian clothing would face "dreadful punishment." Peter's dress decree, part of his drive to make Russia more like Western Europe, had a profound impact on the history of Imperial Russia.
This engrossing book explores the impact of Westernization on Russia in the 18th and 19th centuries and presents a wealth of photographs of ordinary Russians in all their finery. Christine Ruane draws on memoirs, mail-order catalogues, fashion magazines, and other period sources to demonstrate that Russia's adoption of Western fashion had symbolic, economic, and social ramifications and was inseparably linked to the development of capitalism, industrial production, and new forms of communication. This book shows how the fashion industry became a forum through which Russians debated and formulated a new national identity.
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Discover the captivating story behind the lavish fashion transformation that swept through Imperial Russia with The Empire's New Clothes: A History of the Russian Fashion Industry, 1700-1917. As the result of Tsar Peter the Great's visionary decree in 1701, Russia embarked on a mesmerizing journey of Westernization and fashion revolution. This spellbinding book uncovers the profound impact of this decree on the history of Imperial Russia, and the remarkable changes it brought to the nation's identity. Through stunning photographs and compelling narratives, Christine Ruane transports you back to the 18th and 19th centuries, where you'll witness the sumptuous beauty of Russian fashion in all its glory.
Lose yourself in the pages of The Empire's New Clothes as you delve into the wide-ranging ramifications of Russia's adoption of Western fashion. Drawing on a plethora of period sources such as memoirs, fashion magazines, and mail-order catalogues, Ruane establishes the connection between Westernization and the rise of capitalism, industrial production, and new forms of communication. The fashion industry becomes a dynamic forum where Russians not only embrace Western styles, but also passionately engage in discussions about national identity.
Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Russian history and fashion with The Empire's New Clothes. Whether you're an academic, a history enthusiast, or simply looking for a captivating read, this book offers a captivating journey through the intricacies of Russian society, culture, and the evolution of fashion. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to witness the birth of a new national identity, intimately entwined with the fashion industry. Order your copy of The Empire's New Clothes: A History of the Russian Fashion Industry, 1700-1917 today!
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